Monthly climate guide
Lisbon weather in March
Expect mild weather in Lisbon in March: afternoons reach about 16°C (60°F), while nights drop to around 12°C (53°F). Around 63 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as February and about the same as April.
What stands out in March
- Good walking weather for combining Miradouro da Senhora do Monte and Belém Tower in one day.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Lisbon — roughly 52% more rain than average.
- In Lisbon, March is early spring.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
Avg high
16°C
60°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
63 mm
some rain
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
59%
cloud · often cloudy
Lisbon weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 53°F | 55 mm | 81% | 64% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 51°F | 37 mm | 79% | 58% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 53°F | 63 mm | 79% | 59% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 56°F | 61 mm | 80% | 60% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 15°C / 59°F | 36 mm | 79% | 53% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 7 mm | 79% | 50% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 3 mm | 81% | 49% |
| August | 23°C / 74°F | 18°C / 65°F | 4 mm | 81% | 42% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 18°C / 64°F | 21 mm | 80% | 48% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 62°F | 63 mm | 80% | 59% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 98 mm | 81% | 63% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 12°C / 54°F | 49 mm | 82% | 61% |
What to pack for March
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
Our Lisbon guide recommends: March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Ride Tram 28 through the old town for classic views — but expect it to be crowded; an early morning ride avoids the worst of it.
Best time to visit Lisbon →Other Portugal cities in March
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Lisbon in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
March is a reasonable time for Lisbon: highs around 16°C and about 63 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Lisbon in March?
Average highs are about 16°C (60°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in March?
Lisbon typically gets around 63 mm of rain in March — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
March to May or September to October, avoiding the hottest and most crowded summer months.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lisbon (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.